From the White House to the Workplace: How Trump's 2024 Victory Could Reshape Labor and Employment Laws
America has made it across the finish line for the 47th time: Donald Trump has been elected the country's new president. The 2024 presidential election is set to have far-reaching implications for both employers and employees in the United States. For employers, a new president will directly impact labor laws and workplace regulations. For employees, the stakes are equally high; workers will likely see changes in wage standards, benefits, and job security. Here there are several areas related to labor and employment law where President-elect Trump may focus once he is sworn in, in January. Governing Philosophy While a president is responsible for implementing and enforcing laws passed by Congress, he also appoints a cabinet to head 15 federal agencies, which are responsible for the administration of federal laws. The president also appoints thousands of political appointees, most of whom do not require confirmation by any other branch of government. In short, the president has a l...